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New to Perennials? Easy Cut Flowers for Alberta Gardens
Just starting your cut flower garden? These easy-care perennials thrive in Alberta’s Zone 3 and come back stronger every year. From peonies to salvia, here’s a beginner-friendly list (with growing tips!) to help you build a garden that blooms beautifully for bouquets.
What Does “Hardening Off” Mean? (And Why It Matters in Zone 3)
Learn how to harden off greenhouse plants the easy way. Step-by-step plans for Zone 3 gardeners — including real-life tips for busy schedules.
Why Smaller Plants Are the Better Buy
Discover why buying smaller plants leads to healthier gardens, better growth, and long-term success — and why we grow small on purpose at Broad Meadow.
Full Sun Perennials (Zone 3)
Yes, you can grow a stunning perennial garden in Zone 3! This list is packed with hardy, sun-loving perennials that thrive in Alberta’s climate — including some of my personal favourites, tips for where to plant them, and a few surprises for cut flower lovers.
The Joy of Dirty Hands
Discover the deeper joy of gardening — from dirty hands to new growth. A personal reflection on slowing down, planting with purpose, and finding peace in the soil.
Fertilizer 101: How I Feed My Plants for Long-Term Success
Learn how to keep your baskets and containers blooming with simple fertilizer tips. See what I use, how often I feed, and why it makes all the difference.